In October 2020, I discovered a lump in my left breast and it was confirmed as a small, low grade cancer.Β I underwent surgery in November 2020 to have the lump removed and thankfully the results came back all clear of any cancer cells a few weeks later. High fives all round βββ. During Feb/March I underwentΒ daily radiation sessions at Charlie Gairdner as a precautionary method only.Β I consider myself extremely lucky that the lump wasn't bigger or more aggressive and although I will remain on tablets for the next five years, it's a much better outcome than it could have been.
Six years ago I challenged myself to walk 60km over 2 days as part of the Women's Cancer Challenge.Β I managed to complete that challenge, doing 50kms of the expected 60.Β ThisΒ year in May, Iβm challenging myself again to walk 35km as part of the Womenβs Cancer Challenge.Β
Iβm not only doing this to raise much-needed funds for womenβs cancer research right here in WA at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, but I am also doing this because it's now so much more personal than ever to me since I did that first walk.
I am now starting my training and fundraising in the lead up to the event. I'd be ever so grateful for your support. If you can't join me as a registered walker, then please consider supporting me with a donation of your choice to my page.
Thank you for your support and kindness.
Michelle Chia
Letβs walk towards a cancer-free future β together.
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In October 2020, I discovered a lump in my left breast and it was confirmed as a small, low grade cancer.Β I underwent surgery in November 2020 to have the lump removed and thankfully the results came back all clear of any cancer cells a few weeks later. High fives all round βββ. During Feb/March I underwentΒ daily radiation sessions at Charlie Gairdner as a precautionary method only.Β I consider myself extremely lucky that the lump wasn't bigger or more aggressive and although I will remain on tablets for the next five years, it's a much better outcome than it could have been.
Six years ago I challenged myself to walk 60km over 2 days as part of the Women's Cancer Challenge.Β I managed to complete that challenge, doing 50kms of the expected 60.Β ThisΒ year in May, Iβm challenging myself again to walk 35km as part of the Womenβs Cancer Challenge.Β
Iβm not only doing this to raise much-needed funds for womenβs cancer research right here in WA at the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, but I am also doing this because it's now so much more personal than ever to me since I did that first walk.
I am now starting my training and fundraising in the lead up to the event. I'd be ever so grateful for your support. If you can't join me as a registered walker, then please consider supporting me with a donation of your choice to my page.
Thank you for your support and kindness.
Michelle Chia
Letβs walk towards a cancer-free future β together.
Please help me, help the Perkins.
Your Impact
So far this year I helped provideβ¦

839
hours of medical research

1625
per researcher equipped with protective clothing

3343
per microscope slide
Funds raised
Over the years
Thank You TO MY SPONSORS

$27
Suzy Saban-smithers

$25
Louise Seccull
Michelle, you are a dead set legend and an absolute inspiration xx

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Jennie Cross

$209
Sonja Gwyn
Love you to bits xx

$53
Casey
You're doing amazing things Michelle. Thank you for being so inspirational.

$52
Sheils
Good luck m y friend.. You are an inspiration.

$50
Julie Martin

$21
Alana Harper
Go Michelle xx

$13
Michelle Chia

$56
Robyn Morgan
Well done Michelle xxx

$23
Teagyn Haines
Woohoo kill it Michelle

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K M Boyce
Best of luck Michelle!

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Michelle

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Bill Mortimer
Good on you, as I know it has been rough for you these past months. Look forward to seeing you back in the pool again soon.

$55
Irene Gillings
Sending you lots of love and hugs Michelle

$50
Bill And Norma Horn
Wishing you the best of luck Michelle.

$20
Kim Beenham
You are an amazingly strong woman, you got this π

$53
Anonymous

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Cally And Brian Ellis
You’ve got this Mich...good luck

$56
Lynette Cleland
We love you gorgeous lady.

$32
Kerry Allen

$21
Elizabeth Panaia
Good Luck Michelle, Nancy Sinatra song "These boots are made for walking...

$105
Jordan + Shira Pett
Both inspired by you mum. Love you to the moon and back

$56
Jols & Jeff
Great cause Michelle, we love you both! Walk on!

$100
Diane Lee

$56
Noeline Clark
A wonderful challenge. You are amazing.

$53
Lucy Berndt
You’re an amazing lady!

$56
Jenine Smith
Good luck Michelle π

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Michelle Chia
My goal is to walk the whole 35 kms ππ

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